For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,803 students in 39401, MS.
The top ranked public preschools in 39401, MS are Dixie Attendance Center, Woodley Elementary School and Rowan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39401 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39401, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 39401, MS Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixie Attendance Center
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
790 Elks Lake Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-4890
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-4890
Grades: PK-8
| 474 students
Rank: #22.
Woodley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 O Ferrell St
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-8112
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-8112
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Rowan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Martin Luther King Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #44.
Grace Christian Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2207 W 7th Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0662
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0662
Grades: PK-5
| 314 students
Rank: #55.
Hawkins Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
526 Forrest Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
39401, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 Hutchinson Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Grades: 9
| 342 students
901 Ida Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Grades: PK-6
| 391 students
526 Forrest Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Grades: K-6
| 373 students
5489 Highway 42
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Grades: K-6
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39401, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39401, MS include Dixie Attendance Center, Woodley Elementary School and Rowan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39401, MS?
5 public preschools are located in 39401, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in 39401, MS?
39401, MS public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 56% (majority Black).
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